As an artist our souls are restless because what stirs within is a constant desire to create. Images and ideas are in motion 95% of the time. Translation from soul to paper however, can sometimes be a challenge. Our souls envision such beautiful things, filled with our imagination and flooded by our heart. Then the brain steps in and tries to control the process.
It starts with negative feedback, criticizing the process from start to finish. Then it urges us to seek approval outside ourselves. Educationally and logically this makes sense. We live in a world of needed approval and constant guidance and rules governing the every day processes. This is not good for the artful soul. Critiques, negative comments, even loving guidance mucks up the free flow of spirit. It only involves more of the brain, shutting down the heart and belittling your soul the next time you go to create.
Art is just between you, your soul and the piece you are creating. Be loving, gentle and encouraging to your creative self. What you put on paper, canvas etc...is your soul telling your story. It's the essence of self speaking out loud. Don't allow your brain take over the process and others opinions defeat your creative flow. I mean this with all my heart. Even if all you can draw is a stick figure. If you poured your soul into it, allow yourself to love it. Someone else liking it is the ego seeking approval. Tell ego to "shut up". Free yourself and be gentle to your creative soul. It is a God given gift, treasure it and not the opinion of others.
Have a beautifully creative day!!!
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